I got the LHT built up at my lbs for around 1 k, and I could have gotten it for a bit lower. It's a nice frame. It soaks up bumps, and I get compliments on the butting. Only thing is, I'm 6'6", and my pedals are forever hitting the ground when I turn left. I try to be mindful of it, but sometimes you just gotta pedal. The bottom bracket is higher on the Cross Check, so that might take care of it.